MAXIM® Climbing Ropes offers a full range of dynamic and static ropes built for every climbing discipline. Explore rope types, materials, constructions, technologies, and care to find what works best for your climbing.
Rope Types
Before you choose a rope for your climbing experience, it’s essential to know the available climbing rope types. The most popular are single ropes, mainly used for sport and indoor climbing. For trad, multi-pitch, alpine or ice climbing, half or twin ropes are preferred, and for hauling, static ropes are often chosen.
Read MoreClimbing Styles
Although climbing became a trend sport some years ago, it has existed for ages and climbing styles have evolved a lot. The most important differentiation is between Top Rope Climbing and Lead Climbing.
Read MoreChoose Your Rope
When you’re ready for a new climbing rope, the choice is vast and finding the right one isn’t easy. Use our guide based on your preferred climbing discipline and rope requirements.
Read MoreHow To…
Pro athletes and climbing specialists give you practical tips and hints to improve your climbing experience. Check out the video on how to uncoil a new rope without getting any kinks into the rope and get to know what thorough rope inspection is all about.
Read MoreRope Material
Fiber ropes were once made from natural fibers like hemp or sisal. In the 40s the first synthetic fibers came up, and Polyamide and Polyester became the standard for climbing ropes. Learn more about fiber structures, raw materials, and their characteristics.
Read MoreRope Constructions
At MAXIM® we go the extra mile for maximum performance. Our ropes use different constructions to meet the special requirements our customers ask for. Dynamic climbing ropes use a Kernmantle construction, but the MAXIM® portfolio offers many more.
Read MoreTechnologies
MAXIM® Climbing Ropes strives to offer cutting-edge products in terms of technology and design. Our technologies have revolutionized the rope market and add real value to every product. Find out more about what makes a MAXIM rope.
Read MoreRope Care
MAXIM® Climbing Ropes takes great care in manufacturing high-quality ropes, and helping you maintain their performance matters to us. Our rope-care guidelines help you extend the service life of your rope and get the best performance possible.
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